Here we look at areas where beaches will remain open this weekend and what to bear in mind before heading to the beach. As the number of coronavirus cases continue to climb across the state, several Texas localities are closing areas where people may be tempted to gather in large crowds to celebrate the Fourth of July weekend.Popular Texas beaches like Port Aransas, Padre Island, South Padre Island and Galveston have all placed restrictions ahead of the holiday weekend.On Tuesday, Nueces County … There is not a daily beach curfew in place. Permits are required for groups over 50 and for any organized parties, events and activities, The Los Angeles County Department of Beaches & Harbors notes. The city of Corpus Christi will also be closing parks and beaches beginning Friday, July 3 and ending Tuesday, July 7, according to City Manager Peter Zanoni. 1 of 2 People enjoy the weather at the beach near the Seawall on Sunday, May 24, 2020, in Galveston, Texas. To continue reading login or create an account. — Mayor Bill de Blasio (@NYCMayor) June 24, 2020 A ban on barbecues, fireworks and fire pits. You have 4 free articles remaining this month, Sign-up to our daily newsletter for more articles like this + access to 5 extra articles. Check the specific guidelines for your local beach before traveling. Restrooms are open during regular hours," the New York City government website confirms. REVISED JULY 2, 2020 MINIMUM STANDARD HEALTH PROTOCOLS 1. All are open 24/7 as of Wednesday. Which Beaches Are Open for July 4 Weekend? California is home to over 1,500 beaches across the state's 15 coastal counties, The Los Angeles Times reports. County officials were reported to be impressed with how well locals have complied with any precautionary measures in place at reopened beaches and therefore aren't planning any closures for the Fourth of July. Several Russian River beaches in Sonoma County are also open, with large gatherings banned, while alcohol is not allowed at Healdsburg Veterans Memorial Beach, Steelhead Beach and Sunset Beach, the County of Sonoma website notes. "We believe that we have to reopen, but we have to do that intelligently and in a way that we can sustain it. Published: 6:59 PM CDT June 25, 2020 Updated: 5:27 PM CDT June 26, 2020 CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Could there be rule changes at our local beaches this Fourth of July … Published July 2, 2020 • Updated on July 2, 2020 at 12:34 pm Many Texas beaches will have restrictions this weekend for the Independence Day holiday in … A host of restrictions are in place across all LA County beaches, including masks being required when out of the water and around others. Santa Cruz was reported to be the last California county to reopen its beaches on Friday, in time for the July 4 weekend. Limited or suspended public transport services to the beach such as buses. As of May 22, all public and private beaches in New Jersey were allowed to reopen with social distancing guidelines and other restrictions in place, under an executive order signed by New Jersey Gov. On May 28, the Pinellas County announced updated guidelines for beaches, stating: "Effective immediately, social distancing restrictions removed, but visitors strongly encouraged to continue spreading out and acting safely when visiting the beaches. The rumors are true: NYC beaches will open for swimming on July 1.Let’s keep playing it safe: social distance & face coverings, even at the beach! Updated September 8, 2020. With confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus in the U.S. surpassing 2.5 million, several beaches are closed for the July 4 weekend in a bid to reduce the risk of spreading infection, while some are expected to be open amid the ongoing pandemic. Several beaches across all 15 counties have been allowed to reopen with varying levels of restrictions outlined by local officials. Letâ s keep playing it safe: social distance & face coverings, even at the beach! Visitor center and administrative office closures. Ramp or gate closures at different entry points. While beaches in parts of South Florida, including Miami-Dade County and Broward County, will be closed this weekend, beaches in Pinellas County on the west central coast of Florida will remain open, Tampa Bay's ABC Action News reports. The rumors are true: NYC beaches will open for swimming on July 1. Special consideration for river rafting and similar activities: Any vehicle used to transport individuals between places along the river must be cleaned and disinfected between uses.